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    11th MEU prepares for amphibious rehearsals, Exercise Alligator Dagger [Image 156 of 275]

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    The image is taken from inside the well deck of a naval amphibious assault ship, looking outward toward the open stern gate. A Landing Craft Air Cushion (LCAC) hovercraft is approaching or entering the well deck, generating large spray and wake as it rides on its air cushion. A silhouetted figure stands in the foreground of the well deck, observing the incoming craft.

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    12.06.2016

    Photo by Lance Cpl. Zachery Laning 

    U.S. Navy           

    GULF OF ADEN (Dec. 6, 2016) A landing craft air cushion (LCAC) debarks from the stern gate of the USS Somerset (LPD 25) caring U.S. Marines and their light armored vehicles during an amphibious assault rehearsal as part of exercise Alligator Dagger, Dec. 6, 2016. The LCAC is one means for an amphibious ready group and a Marine expeditionary unit to conduct logistical movements, carrying troops, vehicles, and equipment from ship to shore. The Makin Island Amphibious Ready Group and the 11th MEU is operating in the U.S. 5th Fleet area of responsibility in support of maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts to ensure the free flow of commerce, freedom of navigation and regional security. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Lance Cpl. Zachery C. Laning)

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    Date Taken: 12.06.2016
    Date Posted: 12.09.2016 00:40
    Photo ID: 3045369
    VIRIN: 161206-M-SA496-003
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